[Advising] BSU Presents: Black Girls Rock

PLEASE JOIN US TODAY! BSU Presents: Black Girls Rock Thursday, February 25, 2021 | 12-1 pm Join Zoom Event<https://rowdylink.utsa.edu/event/6660386> The Black Student Union of UTSA presents a panel discussion on Black women in history and the impact of prominent Black women in the Roadrunner Community. Moderated: Panelists include: * Jenaia Alcantar * Dr. Kelly Nash * Ms. Yolanda Williams * Kimiya Factory * Jasmine Taylor Meet the Panelists Jenaia Alcantar [Jenaia Alcantar portrait]Jenaia is the first Black woman in San Antonio to have her own sports radio show, Sports By The Numbers on 930 AM The Answer. She is such a huge sports fan she got married at U.S. Cellular Field at home plate. From there she knew she wanted to work in sports but was not sure how. Three weeks after getting married she moved to Texas and soon after to San Antonio. She then began working at UTSA as an Academic Advisor in Exploratory Programs (Student Placement). She volunteered at the UTSA football games in the press box as a Media Communications Runner. That led to volunteering in a few UTSA men's basketball games, the Alamo Bowl and the Men's NCAA Final Four that was hosted in San Antonio. Then came her position as the Media Credential Will-Call Coordinator for the San Antonio Commanders. She also participated in a contest called Rock The Mic ESPN San Antonio was first runner up out of one hundred men. She was the only woman. After that competition she received a text message from a friend telling her that there was a spot open for a Media Communications Runner with the Houston Texans. She immediately interviewed and landed that job which she resigned due to her new media venture. Jenaia also worked for the San Antonio Spurs as a 50/50 Raffle Representative and last, but not least she interned at Sports2Nite; a local sports TV show. Now Jenaia is ready to focus on Sports By The Numbers and all the other assignments God has for her in 2021 and beyond. Dr. Kelly Nash [Kelly-Nash.JPG]Dr. Kelly Nash is a Professor of Physics and the Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs in the College of Sciences at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). Her scientific research focuses on synthesis and characterization nanomaterials and their physical interaction with biological systems from the molecular to the cellular-level. The impact of her nanomaterials research stretches from fundamental biophysical studies to biomedicine, energy, and environmental applications. She was awarded the Air Force Office of Scientific Research Young Investigator Program award in 2015 for research efforts in biophysics. Additionally, she has numerous awards for her contributions to science and promotion of inclusiveness in STEM including Dillard University Alumni 40-Under-40 award, San Antonio Business Journal 40-Under-40 Award, and UTSA President's Distinguished Diversity Award. She continually advocates for the involvement of underrepresented groups in science through strategic initiatives within UTSA and abroad. She has served as the UTSA-American Physical Society (APS) Bridge Program Coordinator, a facilitator for APS Professional Skills Development for Women and previously chair of the National Organizing Committee for the APS Conferences for Undergraduate Women in Physics (2019-2020). As a result of her scientific research and mentoring efforts, she was named one of the "1,000 inspiring Black scientists in America" by Cell Mentor, Community of Scholars 2020 list of scholars. Dr. Nash has been a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated for more than 20 years. Ms. Yolanda Williams [yolanda-williams.jpg]Yolanda Williams has worked in higher education for more than 25 years, in various positions and roles. She works as an Advisor IV in the Lead and SOAR program at UTSA. her area of expertise is at-risk, and underrepresented students, and is a cham of minority student success. She won the UTSA Lifetime most valuable advisor award in 2014. A lifetime, learner, she completed the adjunct certification program in 2017. Williams serves as a board member of Inspirational Gospel Church in San Antonio, where she helps recruit students for scholarships. Williams earned her Bachelor's of Arts in Political Science, and a Master's of Public Administration from UTSA. Kimiya Factory - [Kimiya-Factory.jpg]Kimiya Factory (She/her) graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in Legal Studies. While Leading/Co-Founding the movement #ChangeRapeCulture Factory, challenges Title IX policies regarding structural violence and sexual misconduct at institutions in San Antonio, Texas. Factory is the President/Executive Director of Black Freedom Factory, an organization that encourages Data Driven Activism, Diversity by Redefining Professionalism, Diversity and equity regarding race relations. Factory is actively working alongside advocates in the City to achieve accountability in the interest of grassroots efforts for vulnerable populations. Factory identifies as a Queer Indigenous Afro-Latina. Jasmine Taylor Jasmine Taylor is a Senior at UTSA majoring in Communication and minoring in African-American Studies and Business Administration. Since she transferred to UTSA, she has exemplified leadership through her positions as the Black Student Union's Fundraising Coordinator and Vice President of Internal Affairs. Additionally, she has served as a Women of Honor member and mentor, and a member of VOICES. After she graduates, she hopes to obtain a Master's of Science in Strategic Communication, and pursue a career in development and fundraising for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Sponsors Black Student Union Jenaia Alcantar, M.A. Academic Advisor II The University of Texas at San Antonio Exploratory Programs Unit One UTSA Circle San Antonio, TX 78249 P: (210) 458-5170 E: jenaia.alcantar@utsa.edu<mailto:jenaia.alcantar@utsa.edu> Students: Please make sure you include your Banner ID or MyUTSA ID when corresponding with UTSA officials. 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